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We all know that consuming foods that are high in sugar and have no or little nutritional value can leave us feeling sluggish. In fact, we are told time and time again that the secret to staying healthy is eating a balanced diet and completing at least 2 hours’ worth of exercise per week. Sometimes, …
Looking after our hair is a task that some of us tend to put to the back of our minds. After all, as long as it is clean, what else can we do? The team here at Healthy Living and Fitness are here to tell you that there’s a lot more we can do to …
The weather may be erratic right now but that summer heat wave is going to hit us when we least expect it. It’s very easy to forget to take care of our skin in the summer. After all, winter dryness is a thing of the past. However, this doesn’t mean we get a pass when …
Having a fruit smoothie is a very simple and easy way to provide your body with a bunch of nourishing vitamins and minerals. All they require is a blender, a base such as milk or yogurt and a complementary mixture of fruit. Here are a few benefits that can be found from a fruit smoothie… …
Different parts of your body are affected by alcohol in different ways. We’re going to tell you which organs can be affected and what symptoms you will get. Brain: Alcohol has an effect on the brain’s communication pathways, it can also have an affect the way the brain works and looks. These effects can change …
Women are encouraged to work out safely during pregnancy as it can be very beneficial to both mother and child. It can help improve mood, ease pains that come with the later stages of pregnancy and can even help control weight. Of course, all pregnant women should consult a doctor before undertaking any exercise, especially …
It’s been a month since we made our new year’s resolutions and promised to commit to a goal for the year. Statistically, many people will commit to exercising more and eating better, however the average person will throw in the towel during the first week of February. Here are some health hacks to keep you …
Despite the everchanging whether which is unable to decide if it’s raining or not, Autumn is pretty much in full swing. The days are becoming shorter, the nights are colder and the mornings are darker. Let’s face it, the heating has been switched on since the first day you opened your curtains at 7am to …
The season for brightly coloured berries, pictures of fresh salads and fruit dishes are behind us for another year and despite the haphazard weather, it’s time to start thinking about the fast approaching autumn season. Autumn is the season of deep green, dark yellow and bright orange foods. The fruits and vegetables which fall into …
Okay so we may a little ahead of ourselves but we just love the sun! As soon as the weather gets that little bit warmer and we have to put our shades on when we pop out for our lunch, we get a lil’ giddy. Shorts and tee shirt weather is a while off yet, …
